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Director, Economic Development – Wayne Economic Development Council
The Wayne Economic Development Council (WEDC) is a business-led public-private partnership dedicated to economic development and strategic business and job growth in Wayne County and Northeast Ohio.
read moreCity of Sharonville Economic Development Director
The City of Sharonville is proactively seeking a dynamic and experienced economic development professional to direct and coordinate programs that enhance and diversify the economic base of the City.
read moreNEDC Launches Talent “Re-attraction” Campaign
Today, Norwalk Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) released a video and webpage to kick off a “We – Make – We Build – We Thrive” marketing campaign. We Make – We Build – We Thrive showcases the Norwalk area’s top industries, vocational opportunities, and quality of life in order to build community pride and retain, attract, & re-attract talent.
read moreMeet Your 2023 OEDA Board of Directors!
The Ohio Economic Development Association is excited to introduce the officers and members of the 2023 Board of Directors.
read moreOEDA Announces 2023 Economic Development Education and Training Opportunities
The Ohio Economic Development Institute (OEDI) has released the updated 2023 Core Course schedule. OEDI will offer its five Core Courses beginning this spring and continuing into late fall. The Core Courses cover foundational topics and teach critical skills for economic development professionals.
read moreSalvation Army to invest $1.4 million in Bucyrus expansion
The Salvation Army’s Bucyrus location is pleased to officially announce they will be relocating to and expanding at the former Maplecrest Assisted Living facility, located at 717 Rogers Street. They are relocating from their current facility at 224 E. Rensselaer Street. Collaboration between the Salvation Army, Crawford County Commissioners, and Crawford-Marion ADAMH has led to the new location which will offer will multiple and expanded services. The total investment in purchasing the building and renovations will exceed $1,370,000.
read moreCrawford County Business Forecast and Economic Development Update Speakers Highlight Growth and Opportunity
On February 24, the Bucyrus Area Chamber of Commerce and the Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce teamed up for their third annual Crawford County Business Forecast and Economic Development Update. Speakers offered good news, areas for growth and opportunity, warnings, encouragement, and honors for the community.
read moreFederal News
A tsunami is coming of federally funded activity in construction and manufacturing. Consider this: $1.2T Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act + $370B Inflation Reduction Act + $53B CHIPS Act is going to inject more than $1.6 trillion into the nation’s economy for construction and manufacturing endeavors, starting in late 2023. Whoa.
read moreState News
The start of the 135th General Assembly was marked with uncertainty and turmoil after Rep. Jason Stephens secured the Ohio House speakership after a single vote, toppling Rep. Derek Merrin (R-Monclova Twp.). Though Rep. Stephens was immediately sworn in by former speaker Bob Cupp, Stephens’ authority and power being questioned after the election created major divides among House Republicans.
read moreOhio Department of Development Budget Request Promotes Ohio as “Best Place to Live, Learn, Work, and Visit”
The Ohio Department of Development’s budget request provides a glimpse into the agency’s policy priorities and builds on successful programs.
read moreOhio Legislators Elect Leaders In House and Senate
The members of the Ohio General Assembly elected the leadership teams in both the House and Senate in early January.
read moreOhio Senate Committees To See A Few Changes For 135th General Assembly
Senate President Matt Huffman released his list of committee chairmanships last session, including a few restructured committees and new committee chairs.
read moreEarly Bird Registration Extended for the 2023 Ohio Brownfields Conference
Registration is now open for the 2023 Ohio Brownfields Conference, which will be held in Columbus on May 9, 2023. The Early Bird deadline has been extended until Friday, March 3, 2023. Conference topics will include brownfields funding, public-private partnerships in brownfields remediation, remediation and the VAP process, and more.
Coming Up in July: Everything You Wanted to Know about Fiscal Impact and JEDDs
Ohio’s Joint Economic Development District (JEDD) program is the major state program that enables collaboration among municipalities and townships to encourage investment and job creation. Over the past few years, the JEDD program has undergone a number of significant changes that impact on its practical use.